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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Master Technical Sergeant Victor Hugo Czegka (MCSN: 37980), United States Marine Corps, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as machinist of the Byrd Antarctic Expedition I (1928 – 1930). Through the exceptional skill, zeal and energy of Master Technical Sergeant Czegka in preparatory work, in preparing and modifying scientific instruments, in constructing stoves, snowmobile and in other tasks, he contributed to the success of the expedition.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Master Technical Sergeant

    Division:

    Byrd Antarctic Expeditionary Team (II)

    Action Date:

    1933 – 1935
    Authority – USMC CommuniquŽ: 04613 (7 May 1936)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Master Technical Sergeant Victor Hugo Czegka (MCSN: 37980), United States Marine Corps, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as General Manager and Supply Officer for the Byrd Antarctic Expedition II (1933 – 1935). Sergeant Czegka’s conscientious, loyal and indefatigable performance of duty contributed greatly to the success of the Expedition.